Do You Diet on Vacation?

Happy Friday! I'm going on a much-needed vacation to Iceland next week--and I'm bringing a ton of healthy snacks with me. Am I the only one who does this?

Confession: I use the "But I'm on vacation!" excuse--a lot. Greasy takeout at the airport? Please, I'm on vacation. Wine on the plane? Absolutely. Midnight room service? That's what vacations were made for!

One of the things I love most about traveling is trying different cuisines. (I am obsessed with going to grocery stores in foreign countries.) Icelandic food seems very hearty, and I am daydreaming about sampling some famous lobster stew. And while I don't diet on vacation, I like to have healthy breakfasts and bring my own snacks so the eating doesn't get too out of control. I just stuffed my carry-on bag with energy bars, individual-sized packages of nuts and dried fruit.

To stave off any going-off-the-wagon guilt, I try to eat right and exercise the week before a trip. I don't hit the gym when I'm on vacation, but I still do active things like go horseback riding or hiking, if the scenery permits.

__Do you diet and exercise when you're on a vacation? What are you favorite travel-friendly snacks? How do you stay healthy before (and during) your trip? And if anyone has Iceland travel tips, please share in the comments! __